Directions: Calculate how much getting that high school diploma is worth.
Given the average yearly earnings for[1]
Doctoral Degree……………………………………………… $4,332,640
Professional Degree……………………………………….. $4,326,400
Master’s Degree…………………………………………….. $3,454,880
College graduate with bachelor’s degree…………. $2,978,560
Two-year college associate’s degree………………… $2,090,400
Some college, but no degree…………………………… $1,944,800
High school diploma (or GED) …………………………. $1,774,240
Less than high school …………………………………….. $1,418,560
[1] https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2023/data-on-display/education-pays.htm; based on 40-year, full-time employment